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After Congress’ massive win in Karnataka, all eyes now turn to Rajasthan

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After Karnataka’s results, all eyes are now on Rajasthan as the internal issues of state units of both Congress and BJP are a matter of concern for the high commands of both parties.

The Congress is facing serious factionalism with the former deputy CM Sachin Pilot conflicting with CM Ashok Gehlot for the last four and half years and is on a Jan Sanghrsh Yatra against his government and getting a good public response.

The recent war of words between both the leaders indicates that both are not in a mood to settle down the issues and it is the party’s high command that needs to intervene that has to take a firm decision.

Infighting among Congress in Rajasthan

Although the party leaders are hopeful of an end to this conflict after a convincing win of the party in Karnataka. “This win has strengthened the party’s high command and we are hopeful that now it will take a firm decision to end this conflict that is affecting the poll prospects of the party despite good and populist schemes of the state government,” said a senior leader on anonymity.

Sachin Pilot’s yatra triggers controversy

This sentiment of hope was hinted at by the state unit in charge Sukhjindar Singh Randhawa also, who is sounding a different tone on Sachin Pilot’s yatra this time. First, he called it Sachin’s personal yatra and on Sunday while talking to media in Delhi Randhhawa recalled his relations with Sachin Pilot’s family and called him his younger brother, although he said that the timing of Sachin’s yatra is not right. “Sachin should have waited till the polling of Karnataka elections was over.”

Anti-incumbency also a factor

The party is in power so anti-incumbency is also a factor there, although CM Ashok Gehlot is trying hard to overcome this issue with his populist schemes of Ujjawala gas cylinder for just Rs 500 and free food kits to the beneficiaries of the National Food Security scheme. Gehlot is visiting the state and has gone to 19 districts in the last 20 days to monitor the Inflation relief camps.

Issues in Rajasthan BJP unit

On the other hand, the opposition BJP is also having issues in the state unit. There was serious factionalism in the party a couple of months ago. The gap between the state unit and the faction of former CM Vasundhara Raje was quite clear. Raje was sidelined in the party and the party was keeping it away from the activities of Raje, although things have changed a bit after the appointment of CP Joshi as the new chief of Rajasthan BJP.

The sources in the party said that the Karnataka elections have given a clear message that the party should not ignore the local mass leaders and Vasundhara Raje is an important mass leader of the party in Rajasthan just like Yeddyurappa in Karnataka. ‘it will be interesting to see whether the party changes its strategy and give Raje more importance and due space in the party,’ said a senior office bearer of the party on anonymity.

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Delhi Man, 10-Yr-Old Nephew Shot Dead On Diwali Night In Shahdara

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Delhi: A 40-year-old man, Akash Sharma, and his teenage nephew, Rishabh Sharma, were tragically shot dead, while Akash’s 10-year-old son, Krish, sustained injuries during a Diwali celebration outside their home in Shahdara in northeast Delhi.

The incident occurred on Thursday around 8 pm when two armed men arrived on a scooter and initially appeared respectful, even touching Akash’s feet. Moments later, they opened fire on Akash, Rishabh and Krish.

CCTV Footage Catches Shocking Scenes Of Firing

CCTV footage of the incident captured exact moments of the firing when the deceased Akash, his son and nephew were engaged in Diwali celebrations outside their house. Two people arrived on a two-wheeler, one got down and started a conversation with them. He then takes out his gun and open fires on Akash. One of the teenagers follows the attackers as they flee from the scene after the firing.

After the shooting, the three were rushed to a hospital where Akash and Rishabh were pronounced dead. Krish, who suffered injuries, is currently undergoing treatment. Shahdara Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Prashant Gautam confirmed that the police received a PCR call around 8:30 pm reporting gunfire in Bihari Colony.

A team was immediately dispatched to the scene, where they found bloodstains and evidence of gunfire. According to DCP Gautam, the preliminary investigation indicated that five rounds were fired at the victims.

Possible Reason Behind Firing

Akash’s wife stated that she recognised the attackers and mentioned that there had been an ongoing land-related conflict between their families. Local police have taken statements from family members to further explore the motive and background of the attack.

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West Bengal: Youth Arrested For Rape Of Deaf & Mute Woman In South 24 Parganas’ Kultali

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Kolkata: A youth was arrested on the charges of raping a deaf and mute woman at a deserted building in Kultali in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal.

Even as the main accused in the case has been arrested, the local people had been agitating claiming that a local Trinamool Congress panchayat chief Prahlad Nashkar allegedly pressurised family members of the victim to settle the matter against Rs 2,00,000.

However, Nashkar has denied the allegations, saying he was the first to reach the spot and inform the family members of the victim about the incident.

Complaint Filed

The victim’s family members filed a complaint on Wednesday evening. Thereafter, the police started an investigation and based on circumstantial evidence, the accused youth was arrested.

He will be presented at a district court in South 24 Parganas on Thursday only and the public prosecutor will seek his police custody, a district police official said.

Part Of Kultali & Jaynagar Turn Into Virtual Battlefields

In the first week of this month, part of Kultali and adjacent Jaynagar turned into virtual battlefields over violent protests by the local people over the rape and murder of a minor girl there.

At that point in time, the main allegation of the local people was against the police and the latter ignored the missing complaint by the parents of the victim. The local people also alleged that had the police been active in tracking the victim minor, the heinous crime could have been averted.

The protesters became violent and attacked the police station. A local police camp was ransacked and set on fire. The police had to resort to massive lathi-charge to dispel the mob then.

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Gujarat: PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel On His 150th Birth Anniversary At Statue Of Unity, Attends Unity Day Parade

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Gujarat: PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel On His 150th Birth Anniversary At Statue Of Unity, Attends Unity Day Parade

Narmada (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat, on Thursday.

After honouring Patel, the Prime Minister administered the Unity Oath and attended the ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ parade or the Unity Day Parade at the Parade Ground in Kevadia.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Modi paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birth anniversary, stating that Patel’s work continues to inspire future generations.

Tweet Of PM Modi

“My salutations to Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary. Protecting the unity and sovereignty of the nation was the top priority of his life. His personality and work will continue to inspire every generation of the country,” PM Modi said on X.

About Ekta Diwas Parade

Ekta Diwas Parade comprises 16 marching contingents from nine states and one UT, four Central Armed Police Forces, NCC and a marching band. Special attractions include a Hell March contingent of the NSG, daredevil show by BSF and CRPF women and men bikers, a show on combination of Indian Martial Arts by BSF, a piped band show by school children and ‘Surya Kiran’ flypast by Indian Air Force.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary is celebrated as National Unity Day or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on October 31. Since 2014, this day has been marked by ‘Run for Unity’ events nationwide, which is participated by people from all walks of life.

Who Was Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel?

Born on October 31, 1875, in Nadiad, Gujarat, Sardar Patel is credited with uniting all 562 princely states of pre-independent India, helping to establish the Republic of India. He served as the country’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister from 1947 to 1950. He passed away on December 15, 1950.

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